On-Call Safety & Security Specialist

Job Title: On-Call Safety & Security Specialist  

Team: Safety and Security 

Reports To: Safety and Security Manager 

Location: Reno, NV  

Compensation: $26.00 Hourly

Patagonia is looking for an experienced, compassionate, highly motivated individual who is willing to work flexible shifts and assist in all areas of Safety & Security.  This is a new role that must embody Patagonia’s unique culture and demonstrate an open and inclusive approach to making sure everyone who has contact with Patagonia feels safe and welcome. Success will require a demonstrated commitment to ensuring Patagonia consistently offers a just and equitable work environment, whether on site at the Reno locations or while working remotely.  

What You’ll Do/Job Functions: 

• Monitors & patrols multiple sites on foot and/or bicycle, checks for unsafe conditions, hazards etc. 

• Responds to incidents of work-related injury, medical emergency, fire, threats, suspicious activity etc. 

• Observe and report activities and incidents. 

• Controls & monitors access into all buildings. 

• Prepare accurate logs and reports as needed. 

• Works closely with other security personnel, management, employees & visitors. 

• Learn and understand basic OSHA and Fire laws. 

• More specific duties will be discussed during interview process. 

Who You Are: 

• Passionate- in creating an inclusive and safe work environment. 

• Adaptable-able to work in a dynamic environment. 

• Influential-able to communicate and act through complicated and potentially tense situations. 

• Proactively demonstrates initiative, is conscientious, and provides complete follow-through on areas of responsibility. 

• Service-minded- excellent service and support skills to all people. 

• Motivated- always seeking self-improvement. 

• Self-reflective- Acknowledge own's experience and experiences of other. Adjusts behaviors for success in an inclusive workplace. 

• Inclusive- Experience working with groups across difference in respectful and equitable ways. 

Experience You Bring/Job Requirements: 

• 2+ years combined experience in physical security, law enforcement, military, community outreach, customer service and/or emergency response coordination.  

• Be at least 18 years of age with at least a high school education or equivalent (GED). 

• Possess a valid driver’s license.  

• Demonstrated commitment to advancing racial justice and equity.    

• Actively works towards creating a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all members of Patagonia’s community. 

• Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with all levels of personnel, co-workers, and the public in a professional and effective manner. 

• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills. 

• Strong sense of Integrity, Professionalism, and understanding of Confidentiality.  

• Desire and capacity to lead thinking and execution at a strategic as well as operational level.  

• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with everyone and use those relationships to execute business strategy.  

• Flexibly, adaptability, ability to act quickly in an emergency and make sound judgement calls.  

• Effective project management and time management skills.   

• Must be comfortable working in an independent manner, able to multi-task, be flexible with and embrace and lead through change and prioritize the needs of the business.  

• Ability to pass a criminal records check.  

• Ability to obtain a State of Nevada PILB (Nevada Private investigation Licensing Board) Guard Card.  

• Ability to pass and maintain 1st Aid, CPR & AED certifications.  

• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time and lift up to 50lbs.  

• Ability to learn, understand and apply basic OSHA and Fire laws.  

• Basic computer skills & knowledge (Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Zoom).  

• Knowledge & understanding of CCTV systems.  

• Knowledge & understanding of access control systems (Brivo). 

Physical Requirements: 

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other associates, or guests.  

• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and carry for up to 50 feet.  

• Able to stand for long periods of time.  

• Bending, lifting, and chopping repetitively throughout the day.  

• Ability to work in a small physical space that can be loud at times.  

Schedule 

This position requires open availability to work 8 or 12-hour shifts, Day, Swing and Graveyard, Monday-Friday and/or weekends.  

Employee Conduct
It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, customers, and vendors. Clarify, educate, and hold ourselves accountable for embedding justice and antiracism throughout our work and culture.  

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.